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Brad Marchand and the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline.
The NHL Trade Deadline is always a wild ride, and the 2025 edition was no different. Teams scrambled to make last-minute deals, fans refreshed their social media feeds nonstop, and players wondered if they’d be packing their bags for a new city. But for Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand, this year’s deadline wasn’t about rumors or goodbyes—it was about doubling down on the Bruins’ quest for another Stanley Cup. Let’s break down how Marchand’s leadership, performance, and the Bruins’ strategy shaped their moves this year.
By AB Cabout a year ago in Unbalanced
The Cale and Nathan Show
We Colorado Avalanche fans are really blessed, aren't we? When this six-game homestand started, I was excited. The Avs lost the first two games after the Four Nations break, and it was not good. We needed something after that. A six-game homestand for any team is just what the doctor ordered. The mission was simple. The Avs had twelve points to get. So get them. So far, so good. Defeated the Devils. Defeated the Wild. Defeated the Penguins. Three-for-three on the homestand. Still have six more points to get. Next up, the lowly, lowly, San Jose Sharks. Again, I'm excited.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
A Look at the Boston Bruins' Playoff Streak (Which Could Come to an End)
We are in the early stages of what should be a very captivating home stretch, and we are seeing some surprising teams rise to the occasion. However, such is life in sports, when teams rise, it's because certain other teams declined, and one such team this year is the Boston Bruins. Stanley Cup Playoff hockey in Beantown has been quite the norm lately. Eight straight playoff appearances; tied with the rival Toronto Maple Leafs for the longest current streak in the NHL. And with that, a realization hit me. I've seen quite a few playoff streaks in sports, but if they really don't lead to much, is it really a good stretch?
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Wedged
Well, Avs fans, the month of March is finally here. March is a highly important month in the NHL season, but fot the Colorado Avalanche, it is immensely vital. We need as many points as possible in order to rise out of the Wild Card standings and into the Central Division Top 3. Thankfully, the Avs are still on a six-game homestand, and it's "so far, so good." The Avs ended February with home wins against the Devils and Wild. Four points down, eight to go.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Ind vs Aus: A Nail-Biting Semi-Final Clash at ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Cricket fans around the world were glued to their screens as Ind vs Aus delivered yet another unforgettable showdown in the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The match, packed with drama, stunning performances, and edge-of-the-seat moments, lived up to the hype of this historic rivalry. Let’s dive into the highlights of this epic battle!
By AB Cabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Playoff Push 2025: Let the Games Begin
We have arrived, folks! The final push for this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs began once the calendar turned to the month of March, which is only the third month of the year, but is the final full month of the NHL's regular season. March is the month where the eliminations begin. It may be 32 teams entering March, but during this month and the first half of April, it will be whittled down, bit by bit, to the final 16 teams. Those 16 will participate in this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs, the best road to a championship in all of pro sports.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Climbing the Central Division Ladder
As I said before, a six-game homestand is just what a team needs to move up the ladder. For the Colorado Avalanche, it was an opportunity to pick up a maximum 12 points, and maybe make a huge dent in the Central Division standings. Game One went well; a 5-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Two points down, 10 to go. Next up, a hugely important game against... the Minnesota Wild. I don't know how, but the Wild have been figuring out ways to stay in third place, but they enter this matchup coming off being blasted 6-1 in Utah. They are slipping, and we need to capitalize.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
GreeleyJay Can’t Complete Comeback versus Cortlandt
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons or my venmo is @Rich-Monetti On Friday January 31, GreeleyJay faced the Cortlandt Rebels at the Brewster Ice Arena, and the teams treated the fans to some exciting hockey. Right down to the final possession, a last chance had the game still in doubt, and GreeleyJay was teed up to tip the balance at point blank
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Milestone on the Horizon
So far, the Colorado Avalanche's return from the Four Nations break hasn't gone well. The last two road games of the extended trip ended with regulation losses, with only one goal each. However, nothing cures any and all ills like a long homestand. Six games. That's a very good chance to climb the Central Division ladder. A maximum twelve points up for grabs. My advice is simple: get those points. First on the docket, the New Jersey Devils, one of the few teams we've shut out this year.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
A Team Canada Reunion
The Colorado Avalanche had one more road game to play through, and similar to the day prior to this one, it was a divisional contest. On Saturday, the NHL's first day back after Four Nations, the Avs lost a heartbreaker in Nashville. For this go-around, the Avs were in St. Louis facing the Blues, who was also struggling, but not at Nashville's level. The Blues are doing better than many figured, but that's really because of the Predators' shockingly poor performance this season.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Commanders grant two time Pro Bowl DT Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade.
Commanders grant two time Pro Bowl DT Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade. In a significant development the Washington Commanders have granted defensive tackle Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade as reported by CBS Sports. This move comes as Allen enters the final year of his contract carrying a non guaranteed base salary of $15.5 million for the 2025 season. Allen a two-time Pro Bowler has been a cornerstone of the Commanders' defense since being selected in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Over his eight year tenure with Washington Allen has consistently demonstrated his prowess on the defensive line. In 2021 he secured a four year $72 million contract extension underscoring the team's commitment to him. He rewarded this investment with back to back Pro Bowl seasons. However the 2024 season was marred by a torn pectoral muscle limiting him to just eight regular season games during which he recorded three sacks. Despite his injury Allen returned to participate in all three of Washington's postseason contests showcasing his resilience and dedication.
By Adnan Rasheedabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Avalanche Keeps Rolling with 2-1 Victory over Rye Country Day School
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons or my venmo is : @Rich-Monetti Rye Slideshow On Tuesday January 28, the Avalanche girls hockey team took to the Brewster Ice Arena and faced Rye Country Day School. They skated to a 2-1 third period lead, and while the outcome was in doubt, the bottom line wasn’t for Abigail Lehr of North Salem. “I would have been happy with a win or a loss, just as long as I’m with the girls I love,” Lehr assured. Just the same, the game still required a decision, and the Avalanche definitely had to sweat it out.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
